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Nash Central’s Deztanie Hill drives the baseline for the Lady Bulldogs during last Wednesday night’s non-conference girls basketball victory against homestanding Bunn.

Nash Central’s Krystal Atkinson executes an entry pass during last Wednesday evening’s road victory against the Bunn Ladycats in Franklin County.

Niya Styles provides talent and leadership for the Nash Central Lady Bulldogs.

NASH COUNTY -- It’s already a brutal winter in parts of the country. If your boat and trailer are going to spend the winter outside exposed to the elements, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has five tips to protect your investment and prevent winter’s bitter effects from taking hold and causing problems down the road:

(L to R) Southern Nash’s Christiana Pulley and Bunn’s Jonasha Green try to reel in a loose ball during last Friday night’s girls basketball meeting at the SNHS Gymnasium.

Louis Joseph “Joe” Heffner III passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013.  He was born June 30, 1961 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and was the son of Louis Joseph Heffner, Jr. and Dianne Valentine Heffner.  He was preceded in death by his father. 

Advent Candle; Pastor Aycock read Luke 1:68 “Blessed be the Lord God of Israel; for He hath visited and redeemed His people.” He made comments concerning God’s forgiveness of our sins. The candle today was lit by Emily Winstead and reminds us of God’s forgiveness of our sins. Praise God for that forgiveness. Our pastor closed this part of the service in prayer to God for His marvelous grace and mercy.

While the cold air and dreary rain did not present an ideal backdrop for the 2013 Lights of Love celebration, there was no denying that the cherished thoughts of loved ones created a warmth and brightness that was felt throughout the Nash Health Care Surgery Pavilion Lobby.
“This is an important time,” said hospital volunteer and project leader Jackie Ward.

A Spring Hope man who led officers on a two-county chase made his first appearance in court this week.
But the case against Equan C. Dunston, 22, continues.
Dunston was arrested at about 6 p.m. on Dec. 5 after authorities allege he eluded a traffic stop in Spring Hope and led authorities on a chase through that town, into Franklin County, along Louisburg’s main thoroughfare at rush hour, and back into the county before officers were able to spin him out.

After a two-hour closed session meeting, Middlesex Commissioners voted to allow a contractor to put together price estimates for three lift stations that are in dire need of maintenance.
Russell Underwood, of Charles R. Underwood, Inc., spoke to commissioners at the start of the board’s regular meeting on Monday morning. Underwood provided a report of the town’s 11 lift stations, which range in age from five to 35 years old.

READY FOR SANTA–– Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce held its annual Christmas Celebration and Children’s Parade Saturday in downtown Nashville. Despite cold temperatures, dozens of children came out to participate riding their bikes and marching in their very own parade. Children also gathered to light the town’s Christmas Tree and greet Santa Claus. Pictured above, eleven month old Mackenzie Aycock rides in her Christmas wagon during the Children’s Parade.

Judge Anthony Brown, a Castalia native, swore in two new commissioners on Tuesday, December 3 in a peaceful transfer of power after an unusual election process. Commissioner Joyce Johnson was chosen for office through a drawing held at the Nash County Board of Elections after write in votes for her tied with those of the leading candidate Debbie Moore Rodriguez for the seat previously held by Commissioner Jeanette Evans.

The Nash Health Care Systems Board of Commissioners voted unanimously last Thursday to approve radiologist Dr. Ivan Peacock as the newest member  of the board. Peacock replaces Rosa Brodie who retired from the board after nine years of service. The board presented Brodie with a plaque and a resolution commending her for her “willing and capable participation in board activities and steadfast support of her colleagues and associates.”

Nashville’s Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for the Town of Nashville’s new Public Works, Public Utilities facility.
The new 6,300 square foot facility was sorely needed for Public Works and Public Utilities workers, said Jamey Baines, Nashville Public Utilities Director.
Baines said the older shop had been used for many years and the two departments had outgrown it.

Momeyer’s Town Council said goodbye to a long-time council member at its meeting on Monday morning.
Eloise Bass has served on the town council since Momeyer was formed in 1991. On Monday, she turned over her seat to newcomer Martha Lucas, after deciding not to seek re-election.
Bass was instrumental in the Town of Momeyer being incorporated. On Monday, she recalled how she had overheard that both Spring Hope and Nashville were expanding their ETJ’s near Momeyer. 

INCIDENTS
A damage to property (vandalism) and breaking and entering a residential was reported on 12/2/13 at 124 Wheeless Circle
An involuntary commitment was reported on 12/2/13
A damage to property (vandalism) was reported on 12/3/13 at 209 Virginia Avenue

ROCKY MOUNT, ––Amina Patrick Myles, 42, of Rocky Mount, died  on Monday, December 2, 2013 in Greenville.

ROCKY MOUNT –– Leonza Lee, 62, of Rocky Mount, died on Tuesday, December 3, 2013 in Rocky Mount.

Rocky Mount –– Jalin Ma’kai Harrison, 16 months, died November 28, 2013.

Terry Alan Bone, 54, passed away Sunday December 8, 2013. He was born February 15, 1959 in Nash County. He was preceded in death by his father, Alvin Larkin Bone.

Sara “Sally” Leonard Kirkwood, 88, of Rocky Mount died December 4, 2013.  She was born in Pittsburg, PA on June 18, 1925.

Jack O’Neil Arthur, 85, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2013. He was the son of late James Ivey Arthur and Guila Gillikin Arthur.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by, son, Jack “Cadillac” O’Neil Arthur Jr., daughter, Karen Arthur Casmas.

Bedie Ward Woodcock, age 91, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2013. Born in Lumberton on April 1, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Ransom Ward and Ola Ward Benton. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Lovell.

Margaret Langley Smith died at Kindred Nursing Center on Friday, December 6, 2013. She was born in 1924 in the West Mount Community. She is predeceased by her parents Frank W. and Susan Bone Langley; six brothers and sisters: William Dawes, Gordan Dawes, Jack Langley, George Langley, Undine Lamm and Jewel Harkey.

Doreen May Council, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2013. Born in Brisbane Queensland, Australia on January 1, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Henrich Stegmann and Alma Love Stegmann. She was also preceded in death by husband, Julian Council and her daughter, Mary Love Council Todd.